1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Ace | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
